A blocked drain rarely waits for a convenient time. At Drains Plus we clear blocked sinks, toilets, showers, stormwater and sewer drains for homes and businesses across the northern Perth suburbs, usually on the same day you call. With more than 25 years working on local drainage and full camera diagnostic equipment on every van, we find the real cause of the blockage rather than just shifting it, so the problem stays fixed. We are a licensed Western Australian plumbing contractor, licence PL7683, available 24 hours.
Most blocked drains in Perth come down to a small number of repeat causes, and where you live often points to the likely culprit. In the older established suburbs north of the river, tree root intrusion into ageing clay and earthenware pipe is the most common cause we attend, as fine roots find cracked joints and slowly fill the line. On the coastal sand belt, ground movement and sand ingress play a larger role. In kitchens and rental dense pockets, the build up of fat, grease and food waste is the usual offender, while bathroom drains are most often hair and product residue. Foreign objects flushed down toilets, particularly wipes and sanitary products, round out the list.
The early warning signs are consistent regardless of cause. Watch for water draining slowly, gurgling sounds from sinks or the toilet, foul odours rising from drains, water pooling around outdoor grates, and in the worst cases sewage surfacing in the yard. A blockage that keeps returning in the same place is the signal that matters most, because recurring blockages usually mean a damaged or collapsed section of pipe rather than anything you have done, and that needs a camera inspection to confirm. If you notice any of these signs, it is worth calling before a minor clog becomes an overflow and a health risk.
At Drains Plus, we offer a wide range of residential and commercial blocked drain services to unclog all sorts of internal and external drains, including:
We start with a camera inspection to find the exact cause and location, then clear it using the right method for the job, either mechanical clearing or high pressure water jetting for stubborn or distant blockages. Diagnosing first means we clear the blockage with minimal disruption and confirm the result before we leave.
In most cases, the property owner is responsible for unblocking drains on their property. However, if the blocked drain is located on a shared boundary or within a public sewer, the responsibility may fall on the local council or water authority.
We use camera inspection equipment to diagnose the blockage, then high pressure water jetters or mechanical clearing tools to remove it, depending on what the camera shows. Choosing the tool to suit the blockage is what clears it properly the first time.
Yes, a licensed plumber can fix blocked drains using specialised equipment and techniques. Drains Plus employs fully licensed blocked drains plumbers who are experts in resolving blocked drain problems for both residential and commercial customers in Perth.
To unblock severely blocked drains, our team uses advanced equipment, such as high-pressure water jetters and CCTV drain cameras, to accurately diagnose the cause of the blockage and effectively clear it. This ensures the best possible outcome and minimal disruption to your property.
In most cases the property owner is responsible for drains within their property boundary, including outside drains on the property. Where the blockage sits on a shared boundary or within the main sewer, responsibility usually falls to the Water Corporation or the local authority. If you are unsure where the blockage is, a camera inspection settles the question quickly, and we can advise who should carry the cost.
The property owner is typically responsible for maintaining and clearing blocked outside drains. In cases where the drain is shared or located within a public sewer system, the local council or water authority may be responsible for clearing the blockage.
If you suspect that a neighbour’s drain is blocked and causing issues on your property, it is best to discuss the matter with your neighbour and request that they address the problem. If the issue persists, you may need to contact your local council or water authority for assistance.
Cost depends on the severity and location of the blockage and the method needed to clear it, so we quote a fixed price up front before any work starts. You will know the price before we begin, and if we cannot clear it, you do not pay.
The cost of hiring a professional drain cleaner can vary depending on the complexity of the job and the equipment used. Drains Plus offers competitive pricing and a fixed price guarantee for our blocked drain services in Perth.
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